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Dilworth IP & 52 Launch

File your patent with Dilworth IP - and bring it to life with 52Launch.

Dilworth IP protects great ideas. 52Launch brings them to market.
Together, we guide entrepreneurs from patent to profit.

Meet Your Expert Team

Michael

Michael Dilworth

Patent Attorney • Founder, Dilworth IP

Experienced patent attorney with over 30 years protecting innovations for startups and multinational companies. Has drafted and prosecuted hundreds of patent applications across mechanical devices, chemical technologies, and consumer products, specializing in strategic patent protection that builds competitive advantages and supports commercialization goals.

Peter Drakulich

Peter Drakulich

Founder • 52 Launch

Product development expert leading a team that has taken dozens of products from idea to viral sensation, retail shelves, and six-figure launch days. Specializes in end-to-end product development from design and prototyping to manufacturing, branding, and go-to-market strategy.

 


More about Dilworth IP

Dilworth IP is an intellectual property law firm based in New Haven, Connecticut, founded in 2007 by Michael P. Dilworth, former Chief IP Counsel at Chemtura Corporation. Drawing on his experience leading intellectual property strategy inside a large technology company, Michael established the firm with a clear understanding of the challenges innovators face when developing and protecting new technologies.

Before founding the firm, Michael built and led the in-house IP function for a publicly traded industrial company with more than $1.5 billion in annual revenue, overseeing a global patent and trademark portfolio and helping integrate intellectual property strategy into broader business decisions. That experience shaped the firm’s approach: treating intellectual property as a strategic asset that supports real-world product development and commercialization.

Today, Dilworth IP works with inventors, entrepreneurs, and companies to help protect their innovations through carefully prepared patent applications, agreements, and practical intellectual property guidance. Clients rely on the firm to respond quickly to questions and provide support as new technologies move from concept to commercialization.

Client Testimonials

When others couldn’t she did! Counselor Tolek won the trademark for my business after other attorneys failed! She was very professional and prompt. Guiding me through the process and explaining herself in a way I could understand when I had questions. We all know that time is money and a resource that can never be replenished….Attorney Tolek never wasted a minute of our time. I highly recommend Counselor Tolek if you are in need of a trademark attorney!

David

Julie is amazing!! 100% recommend going with her! She’s the only attorney I’ve ever worked with that is problematic free and not difficult to get a hold of! She’s been helping me with trademarking for 3 years and has not missed a beat.

Gabriel

Attorney Frederick Spaeth was very helpful with our patent application and exceeded our expectations. Highly recommended!

Michael

Make your Patent Work for You

Securing intellectual property is a key step for innovation - but what happens next? 52 Launch offers a path beyond the patent to bring the product to real users: product development, branding, prototyping, and go-to-market strategy.

5 Things to Know Before Working with a Patent Attorney and Bringing Your Product to Life

1. File Early - The First-to-File System is Critical

The US operates on a first-to-file system, meaning whoever files first gets priority rights. In competitive fields where multiple innovators might be solving the same problem, filing as early as possible becomes crucial for securing your invention rights.

2. Avoid Public Disclosure Traps

You have only 1 year from any public disclosure to file your patent application, or you lose your rights forever. Be extremely careful about presentations, publications, or detailed discussions without NDAs - even university presentations can invalidate your patent rights.

3. Provisional Applications Must Be Detailed

Many inventors underestimate provisional applications, but inadequate descriptions can lead to loss of priority rights. Be as detailed as possible - if you don't adequately describe your invention, you're not entitled to the filing date as your invention date.

4. Understand the 18 to 24 Month Timeline

Expect your first patent office response 18 to 24 months after filing. Rejections are normal: over 90% of applications receive initial rejections. Plan for multiple rounds of responses and amendments during prosecution.

5. Align Patent Strategy with Business Strategy

File patents on innovations that create competitive moats, not just any invention. Focus on high-leverage opportunities that add real value to your company: each patent should be a strategic asset that supports your core value proposition and fundraising goals.

Why Work with a Patent Attorney

and 52 Launch?

Protect Your Idea

Comprehensive patent protection guarantees ownership of your idea and seals your competitive advantage in the market

Turn Patents Into Revenue

Leverage the 52Launch team's expertise to transform your protected ideas into products that sell while you sleep

Partner With Experts

Your idea needs to be both protected and commercialized. By working with a trusted patent attorney and 52Launch you'll unlock a team that can do both. 

End-to-End Collaboration

From early stage idea to product on shelves, we'll be there every step of the way to build a business around your product.


Products Patented

and Developed

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Eggmazing Egg Decorator

Transformed a rough 3D model into a patented spinning Easter egg decorator. Overcame complex geometry and electronics challenges to achieve mass production. Result: Over 55 million units sold, featured on CBS, Today Show, USA Today, and in Kardashian Easter celebrations.

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KlockItGolf

Evolved a homemade prototype (dog leash stake + rope + golf ball) into a professional golf training device. Developed proprietary core technology ensuring the ball stays permanently attached during intense club impacts while maintaining authentic golf ball appearance.

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lava lunch

Created for a mother whose children had severe food allergies, this insulated lunch bag with microwavable heat packs keeps food warm for 5 hours. Overcame complex manufacturing challenges by coordinating multiple suppliers for bags, heat packs, and assembly.


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